West Boot
A 50-acre lake near Marine on Saint Croix in Washington County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1998.
Fish Species (11)
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–7.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 2.00 | 19.7" | 3.58 lbs |
| Aug 5, 1998 | 0.56 | 19.7" | 1.44 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 1.20 | 16.3" | 1.53 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 52.0 per trap net · typical 6.5–59.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2, 1988 | 52.00 | - | 0.08 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1983 | 44.67 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 1.78 | 4.7" | 0.14 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 0.10 | 8.0" | 0.49 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1.5–12.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 0.50 | 7.0" | 0.20 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per trap net · typical 0.8–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 3.00 | 5.8" | 0.20 lbs |
| Aug 5, 1998 | 5.00 | 5.8" | 0.22 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per trap net · typical 1.8–18.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 4.00 | 6.3" | 0.10 lbs |
| Aug 5, 1998 | 8.00 | 6.3" | 0.16 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 11.10 | 5.5" | 0.15 lbs |
Small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.22 per trap net · typical 0.3–0.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 0.22 | 4.5" | 0.09 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 11.00 | 3.5" | - |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 1.00 | 3.5" | 0.79 lbs |
Other species in this lake (4)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.2 per trap net · typical 1.3–26 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 37.50 | 10.0" | 0.56 lbs |
| Aug 5, 1998 | 2.22 | 10.0" | 0.56 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 76.00 | 7.6" | 0.37 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.7–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 0.50 | 7.0" | 0.16 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 1.00 | 5.0" | 0.07 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 0.10 | 5.0" | 0.07 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1998
Last surveyed 1998 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.6 per trap net · typical 0.8–5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1998 | 0.50 | 8.5" | 0.74 lbs |
| Aug 5, 1998 | 1.56 | 8.5" | 0.33 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1993 | 0.90 | 9.0" | 0.71 lbs |
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1993
Last surveyed 1993 — treat with caution
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 1993 | - | - | - |
| Aug 3, 1983 | 2.00 | - | 0.25 lbs |
| Aug 3, 1983 | 2.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 5, 1998The fish population in West Boot Lake was low in number. Black and yellow bullhead were present in moderate numbers with good average size. Black crap…
The fish population in West Boot Lake was low in number. Black and yellow bullhead were present in moderate numbers with good average size. Black crappie and pumpkinseed were the most abundant panfish species present with most small in size. Northern pike were present in low numbers with some larger fish. Small numbers of largemouth bass, hybrid sunfish, yellow perch, and golden shiner were sampled.
August 3, 1993STATUS OF THE FISHERY: The fish population of West Boot Lake is dominated by small bullheads, small blackcrappie and small to average size northern pi…
STATUS OF THE FISHERY: The fish population of West Boot Lake is dominated by small bullheads, small blackcrappie and small to average size northern pike. The small size of the fish is a result of a winterkill thatoccurred in the winter of 1989-1990. One larger crappie and some average (2 lb each) northern pike were the onlyfish sampled that would interest most anglers. Winterkill events and the lack of a designated public access continue to be the major factors limitingfishing on this lake.
August 2, 1988SPECIES PRESENT WERE NORTHERN PIKE, BLACK AND YELLOW BULLHEADS, PUMPKINSEED, BLUEGILL AND BLACK CRAPPIE. THE NORTHERN PIKE CATCH WAS TWICE THE LOCAL M…
SPECIES PRESENT WERE NORTHERN PIKE, BLACK AND YELLOW BULLHEADS, PUMPKINSEED, BLUEGILL AND BLACK CRAPPIE. THE NORTHERN PIKE CATCH WAS TWICE THE LOCAL MEDIAN CATCH RATE AND CONSITED OF AGE II AND III FISH, RANGLING IN SIZE FROM 16 TO 24 INCHES AND EXHIBITING FAIRLY FAST GROWTH RATES. THE BLUEGILL CATCH WAS 2.5X THE LMCR AND RANGED FROM 3.5 TO 7.5 INCHES; PSD = 22%. PUMPKINSEED AND BLACK CRAPPIE WERE RARE AND WERE NOT CAPTURED IN SURVEY NETS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in West Boot?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Bluegill, Hybrid Sunfish, Yellow Perch, and Pumpkinseed in West Boot. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at West Boot?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for West Boot. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is West Boot?
West Boot has a maximum depth of 34 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in West Boot last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in West Boot is from 1998. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does West Boot have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for West Boot in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 50.1 acres
- Max Depth
- 34 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.29 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed
Location
45.1630°N, 92.8383°W
Depth contours: Minnesota DNR, digitized from lake surveys of varying vintage. Water levels change — verify on the water.
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